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Ancient History
Olympic Geography
True/False
Activities/Sports
Religion
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Where was the first olympics held?
Olympia
100
Where was the location of the 2012 Olympics?
London
100
The goddess/god of wisdom is Poseidon.
False
100
The sport in which you have to throw the spear the farthest to win.
Javelin.
100
Who was the Olympics held for (honor)?
Zeus (and Hera)
200
When was the first olympics held?
776 BC
200
Name the location of the Olympics in 1908 starts with L and ends with n.
London
200
The Olympics took place every 5 years.
False
200
Similar to frisbee.
Discus.
200
Who was the Parthenon built for?
Athena
300
When did the olympics stop? Who ended it?
393 AD Theodosius
300
The Olympics were held in 1900 and 1934. Starts with P and ends with an S.
Paris
300
Pericles taught Alex the Great.
True
300
What is equestrian mainly about?
Horse-riding.
300
Who was the planet Mars named after?
the Roman version of Ares (Mars)
400
When did the olympics start again?
1896 AD
400
Where was the 1896 AD Olympics held?
Athens
400
The unmarried women were allowed to attend the ancient Olympic Games
True
400
What sport needs a shuttlecock (Birdie)?
Badminton.
400
Why was Mt. Olympus so important?
It was the home place for the goddesses and gods.
500
What were some symbols used in the ancient olympics?
Torch, Fire
500
Where was the 1920 Olympics held? Has the word ant in it.
Antwerp
500
The winners got platinum, copper, and iron medals. If not, what three types of medals did they get?
False; Gold, Silver, and Bronze
500
What are the three activities that make the triathlon?
Running, Swimming, and Cycling.
500
Where was the main ancient festival held?
Elis